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The Southwest Area Regional Transit District (SWART) is a rural transit district (RTD) authorized under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 458 in 2012 and receives state funding to provide public transportation services across a vast, predominantly rural region. Public transit services in the region date back to 1981, when Southwest Transit first began providing transportation to area residents. Formerly known as Southwest Transit, SWART has since evolved into a comprehensive regional transit system serving the Middle Rio Grande Region, which includes Dimmit, Edwards, Kinney, La Salle, Maverick, Real, Uvalde, and Zavala Counties.

SWART is also designated to provide urban transit services and operates as an Urban Transit District under applicable provisions of the Texas Transportation Code for urbanized areas. As of the 2020 Census, Eagle Pass is designated as an urbanized area, and SWART serves as the designated Urban Transit District for the City of Eagle Pass.

SWART provides a comprehensive range of transportation services designed to meet the diverse needs of its communities. The agency operates demand-response service throughout the entire service area, transporting riders between key cities such as Carrizo Springs, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde, while also connecting residents to essential destinations outside the region, including Del Rio, Laredo, and San Antonio. Within the Eagle Pass urbanized area, SWART operates fixed-route services to enhance mobility and accessibility.

In addition to traditional transit services, SWART provides micro-transit, on-demand services through Arriba SWART, currently operating in Uvalde, Eagle Pass, and the Crystal City/Carrizo Springs area. These services offer flexible, real-time transportation options that improve access to employment, healthcare, education, and daily needs.

SWART also operates a regional workforce vanpool program known as SWARTworks, which supports employers and employees by providing reliable and cost-effective commuting solutions across the region.

A cornerstone of SWART’s service model is its robust mobility management program, the Southwest Initiative for Mobility (SWIM). This program provides extensive outreach, travel training, and comprehensive case management services focused on eliminating transportation barriers and empowering individuals to achieve mobility self-sufficiency. Through strong regional partnerships, SWIM connects residents to critical services such as healthcare, employment, education, and social support systems.

SWART operates three transit centers located in Uvalde, Eagle Pass, and Crystal City, with administrative and dispatching headquarters based in Uvalde.

Governance is provided by a nine-member Board of Directors, consisting of the eight county judges from the service area and one representative from the City of Eagle Pass, ensuring both rural and urban interests are represented.

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Projects in FY2024-2029